| 1878 | Born January 29, near Wauseon, Ohio |
| 1889 | Family moves to Toledo, Ohio |
| 1894 | Enters his first bicycle race, comes in second |
| 1984 | Hired by Stearns Bicycle Company as a parts salesperson |
| 1896 | Marries Beatrice Lovetta Oatis |
| 1896 | Forms Racycle Racing Team with Fred Titus |
| 1902 | Races gasoline-powered bicycle; meets Henry Ford and buys his first car |
| 1902 | Wins Manufacturer's Challenge Cup |
| 1903 | Becomes first person in history to travel at 60 mph |
| 1903-10 | Wins numerous races, sets many speed records |
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